1996 Mercury Villager Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 267

Roadside Emergencies Lug nut tightening sequence The lug nuts should be tightened to 72-87 ft-lb (98-118 Nȴm). RWARNING Using wheels or lug nuts different than the original equipment could damage the wheel or mounting system. This damage could allow the wheels to come off while the vehicle is being driven. If a wheel comes off while the vehicle is in motion, it could cause loss of vehicle control and may result in collision. 13. Replace the wheel cover by pressing it into place. If you have the standard wheel covers, you must align the notch in the wheel cover with the tire's valve stem and align the recess in the back of the wheel cover with one of the lug nuts. If you have the optional aluminum wheel, press the center wheel cap into place after matching up the design of the wheel cap to the wheel. 14. Make sure the jack is securely fastened. When you replace the jack in the jack storage compartment, place the base against the square-shaped fastening bracket and open the jack slightly so that the jack is snug against the fastening brackets. 15. Store the flat tire under the vehicle just as you would store the spare tire. Refer to the section on Stowing the Spare Tire in this chapter. 271